The detrimental effects of plastic and microplastic accumulation on ecosystems are widely
recognized and indisputable. The emergence of biodegradable plastics (BPs) offers a …

The increasing number of plastic particles in the environment gives rise to a unique
ecological niche called the plastisphere, which is characterized by a dynamic assemblage of …

The synergy between bacteria and fungi is a key determinant of soil health and have a
positive effect on plant development under drought conditions, with the potentially …

Biodegradable microplastics (MPs) are promising alternatives to conventional MPs and are
of high global concern. However, their discrepant effects on soil microorganisms and …

The microbial community colonized on microplastics (MPs), known as the 'plastisphere', has
attracted extensive concern owing to its environmental implications. Coastal salt marshes …

A mesocosm experiment was set-up to investigate the effects of low-density polyethylene
(LDPE) fragments deriving from plastic film on soil ecology, rhizosphere and plant (Salvia …

Plastic film mulching, widely used in agriculture, leads to microplastic (MP) pollution in soils.
While biodegradable polybutylene adipate terephthalate (PBAT) films may offer a solution …

The plastic film is extensively applied with limited recycling, leading to the long-run residue
accumulation in soil, which offers a distinctive habitat for microorganisms, and creates a …